Description

2-Aminocyclopentane-1-Carbonitrile is a versatile chiral building block and key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both amine and nitrile functional groups on a cyclopentane ring, makes it a critical precursor for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and high-value compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of antiviral, anticancer, and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to control stereoselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable compound for medicinal chemistry research, process development, and exploring new synthetic methodologies in university and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminocyclopentane-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	874294-11-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10N2
Molecular Weight	110.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-2-aminocyclopentane; 2-Amino-1-cyanocyclopentane; 2-Aminocyclopentanecarbonitrile; (1R,2S)-rel-2-Aminocyclopentanecarbonitrile; (1S,2R)-rel-2-Aminocyclopentanecarbonitrile; Cyclopentanecarbonitrile, 2-amino-; 874294-11-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminocyclopentane-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.